Associate of Science
Psychology is the study of human behavior and the mental processes that drive that
behavior. By studying this field, you can gain the basis for a sound understanding
of both individual and group behaviors.
Earning an Associate of Science in Psychology from Hesser College offers you
the opportunity to investigate a wide variety of interests such as psychology in
social work, clinical and/or counseling psychology, and educational psychology.
In addition, you may increase your psychology career opportunities by continuing
your education in a four-year psychology program.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are awarded an associate of
science degree.
Program Features
- Broad selection of courses in the social sciences
- Option to focus study based on interest in a particular psychology field
- Available externships
Potential Career Opportunities
As a graduate of this program, you may seek future entry-level employment opportunities
such as:
- Psychiatric aide/assistant
- Case technician
- Mental health assistant
- Mental health worker/advocate
- Psychiatric nursing assistant
- Youth counselor
Courses and Typical Length of Study
The approximate length of study for this program is 60 semester credit hours.
Major Requirements
and Electives |
Semester
Credit Hours |
|
PSYC101
|
Introduction to Psychology
|
3
|
|
PSYC105
|
Introduction to Human Services Methods
|
3
|
Developmental Elective - Choice of ONE of the three
courses below: |
3
|
|
PSYC113
|
Child and Adolescent Growth and Development
|
|
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PSYC116
|
Adult Development and Aging
|
|
|
PSYC230
|
Human Growth and Development Lifespan
|
|
|
|
|
|
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PSYC211
|
Interviewing Skills and Case Management
|
3
|
|
PSYC245
|
Research Methods
|
3
|
|
PSYC260
|
Abnormal Psychology
|
3
|
|
PSYC
|
Electives (100-200 level)
|
6
|
|
SOCI110
|
Contemporary Social Problems
|
3
|
|
OPEN
|
Elective (100-200 level)
|
3
|
General Education
Courses |
|
|
GNED101
|
Foundations of Learning
|
3
|
|
GNED201
|
Critical Thinking Workshop
|
3
|
|
ENGL101
|
English Composition I
|
3
|
|
ENGL102
|
English Composition II
|
3
|
|
ENGL105
|
Oral Communications
|
3
|
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MATH110
|
Introductory Algebra (or higher)
|
3
|
|
NSCI
|
Natural Science course
|
3
|
|
SOCI*
|
Social Science course
|
3
|
|
HUMN
|
Humanities course
|
3
|
|
HUMN/SOCI
|
Humanities or Social Science course (200 level or higher)
|
3
|
Total Credit Hours |
60 |
Program Outcomes
The psychology program is designed to prepare graduates to meet the following outcomes:
-
Show familiarity with psychological theories
- Demonstrate an understanding of psychology research
- Use critical thinking skills professionally and in everyday life
- Apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues
- Demonstrate familiarity with ethical principles in psychology
- Communicate professionally within the field of psychology
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